Switched on Bikes

Wellington's Bike Rental Hub! Top Rated Guided eBike Tours. eBike Subscriptions for Local Commuters.

26/08/2024

For today's outrageous clearance deal...it's this sleek looking commuter and rail trail roller! Discounted 36% off to $3799 (was $5999).

Corratec MTC Sport
Med and Large left now (49, 54cm)

⚡️Bosch CX for climbing steep hills
🔋Bosch 500 w/hr battery
☂️Guards for riding in the rain (or take the bus 😅)
🔦Lights at the push of a button
💼 Rack to fit panniers to carry your work gear

Bosch is the most reliable and safe eBike system. You never regret buying quality, and at this price, why wouldn't you!

It comes with wide tyres and front suspension for stability and comfort and for riding off-road trails on the weekend that's your jam.

Test rides available down at our store on Queens Wharf or give us bell to chat 🔔

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Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 22/08/2024

Another outrageous deal is coming your way! This high quality eMTB should fly out the door at half price to a couple of lucky riders!

It's a Bosch CX Smart System eBike with 750 w/hr battery and RockShox Yari forks for $5499, was $10,999. This is a crazy deal! And just to confirm, this is a brand new bike with full warranty.

We can arrange an on-trail test ride as we have some these bikes in our rental fleet.

Full details on our website, flick us a message here or pop down to see us on the wharf.

Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 19/08/2024

With just two of these bikes left, we've now discounted to 40% off and including a dropper! Massive deal on this bike. Use it for mountain biking or set it up with an Aeroe pannier rack and use it as an amazing commuting machine!

The bike is new with a full warranty but might have some blemishes from being on display.

RRP with the dropper is $8349, but you can buy this for $4999! This type of deal won't be around in summer.

Details are on our website or pop in to check it out!

16/08/2024

Subscribe to Ride this Tern GSD from $85 per week. It's an amazingly versatile family wagon, and it's easy to ride.
eBike leasing is the best way to test out if this lifestyle works for you.

We've got a 12 week minimum option and 4 week too. If you love it, you can buy it. At the end of the minimum lease period, your lease payments are taken off the RRP if you choose to buy.

We've got all of the accessory options available, so you can set it up how you wish.,

Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 11/08/2024

Here are two excellent reasons why commuting by eBike in Wellington is amazing! Sunrise and sunset are beautiful times to be out your bike.

We've got an eBike Subscription programme so you can give eBike commuting a go with out having to fork to buy a bike of your own.

02/08/2024

We rode the Remutaka Circuit.

We started from Wallaceville Station because we've ridden the Hutt Cycle Trail 1m times, and we heard the back road from there to Maymorn was nice. We met a nice pig on the way. We stayed in Featherston.

While the Remutaka Incline is a pretty easy journey, the Remutaka circuit is quite a bit more challenging and requires some more logistics and longer remote stretches.

The Remutaka Trail now officially ends at Orongorongo (Wainuiomata Coast Rd). However, you can still ride over the hill and ride the coast to Eastboune...but you must get permission from the Greater Wellington East Harbour Park Panger first because the trail crosses private land. It's fast and easy to get this permission (it took less than an hour to get a response on a Friday afternoon, but I would recommend better pre-planning!).

There was also a slip to navigate, but a path has now been cut across it (thank you trail pixies)! We had to push our bikes, but it was fine. Some people might find this a little tricky if they're less able or had a laden eBike with heaps of gear etc. You can see the photo in the video.

Top tip: check the wind direction so you're not riding the Wild Coast section into a headwind!

20/07/2024

The sun is out again, and it's for a stunning day for a bike ride. Kali and Darcy are down at Wharf 9am - 5.30pm.

04/07/2024

'Oooooooooooo, what a cool electric bike I'm riding'!
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Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 02/07/2024

We're wrapped to have our Corratec MTC100 Wave stocked at . This is an excellent place to check out this bike if you prefer your bike showroom experience to be indoors 😆

If you know someone who wants the most comfortable rail-trail eBike or plush commuter, tell them about this high-quality step thru eBike complete with integrated rear shock. Flick us a message here or wander into MyRide to see it for yourself.

Corratec is an established German bike brand that has been making quality and innovative bikes since 1991. Corratec is well known in Germany and throughout Europe. Switched on Bikes have been the importer of Corratec since 2019- importing a small selection of Corratec bikes best suited to New Zealand riding and sold at retailers around NZ.

⚡️Bosch CX 85NM Motor
🔋750 w/hr Battery
🧠New Bosch Smart System
🚟Front and Rear(!) Suspension
🇩🇪 German Innovation and Quality
🪙$8999

26/06/2024

Mānawatia a Matariki Te-Whanganui-a-Tara!

We're closing tomorrow (28th of June) to recharge and reflect as we welcome in Matariki! There's still plenty to do on Wellington's Waterfront without our bikes so take advantage of this long weekend to connect with whānau and friends.

If you'd still like to go for a ride tomorrow, head down to our shop today to pick up a bike to take away for a couple of nights and bring it back on Saturday.

Ps> Pre-dawn tomorrow morning is the best time to see the Matariki cluster!

Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 26/06/2024

You know we developed Follo - GPS tracker for ebikes, right? Here in Wellington?

Well, two eBikes were stolen overnight and we found them by 9am, stashed in a bush. One lock was cut and the other lock was intact, still locking the two bikes together.

Luckily, one of the bikes was fitted with a Follo tracker, leading us straight to them. I guess they would've come back for them with an angle grinder later in the day. The chain lock was cut but they didn't get through the folding lock.

Remember, use a Folding lock or a D-Lock (most chain locks and all cable locks can be cut through quickly) and...get a Follo tracker installed in your eBike!

Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 25/06/2024

This is the BEST time to buy an electric bike. Since we opened in 2015, I haven't seen such good deals on high quality eBikes.

If you've been on the fence for a while, this is a good time take a bike for a test ride! These type of deals won't be around in summer so get your ride sorted now.

All of these eBikes are Bosch driven so you know it's going to be quality, last a long time and be reliable.

These specials are on our website or call us on 04 473 1080 or email [email protected]

20/06/2024

One holiday snap from that time we visited Australia and rented eMTBs. Pretty nice thing to do when on holiday.

03/06/2024

Lucky you! You can get an eMTB for less than $4k. We've got a few of these ex-rentals in small, medium, and large. This is a very good deal!!!
These bikes have less than 1000km on the odo and we provide a 12 month warranty on the Bosch motor and battery.

Corratec RS160 LTD
Bosch CX Motor
625 w/hr Battery
Tubeless set up
Dropper
Shimano Hydraulic Brakes
Shimano Drive shifter and derailleur
Follo GPS tracked (subscription req)

Serviced and ready to roll!

Details on our website or drop into the waterfront for a test ride 🤘

Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 24/05/2024

New Bike Alert ⚠️
Corratec MTC Wave 100 Full-Suspension Step-Thru Electric Bike

This is the ultimate adventure step thru bike that delivers quality, power, comfort, and stability.

⚡️Bosch CX 85nm motor
🆕️ Bosch Smart System
🔋725 w/hr battery
🫳 Dropper post
🚵‍♂️ Full suspension
$8999

If you know someone who is looking for an adventure focused step-thru bike, let them know about this bike.

They're available to test ride from our store on the Wellington Waterfront or from:
Electric Bike Team in Auckland
Electric Bike Rotorua
Revolution Bikes in Havelock North
Christchurch Electric Bicycles
The Bike Station in Nelson

03/05/2024

Our experiences show beautiful parts of Wellington that you wouldn't expect to see on an eBike tour that starts from the centre of the capital city. This is a shot from our Electric Bays Tour on the hills above the Miramar Peninsula.

02/05/2024

I'm not sure he meant to say that 😆 We had a bit of fun featuring on the TODAY show in Australia this morning as they did a live weather cross from our store. Our tour guide, Kali was ready to show Tim around Te-Whanganui-a-Tara on our Electric Bays Tour.

Thanks 100% Pure New Zealand and WellingtonNZ for thinking to feature us.

Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 01/05/2024

As we freshen up our fleet there are great pre-loved eBikes ready for new homes. These are quality bikes using the Shimano Steps eBike system. We service bikes prior to pick up and we provide a 3 month warranty, so you can buy a secondhand bike with confidence. Pop down to test ride these bikes on the waterfront or jump onto our website to check the details.
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05/04/2024

Autumn riding 🍂 Just pack an extra layer and you'll have an amazing time. We've got gloves that you can borrow if you need. Today is looking like a beautiful day with sun and light winds. We've got all of the types of bikes ready for you to ride. Take a nice ride to our favorite, the . Easy weekend riding!

29/03/2024

🚲⚡It's not too good to be true- it's just that good!🚲⚡ For the month of April, we're offering the first FOUR WEEKS FREE on our eBike leasing service! Sign up to a minimum twelve week subscription and we'll knock the first month off the price! Not bad eh? On top of that you'll get:

🚲 A great eBike suited to your needs
🚲 In house servicing- we'll maintain your bike
🚲 Helmet
🚲 Lock
🚲 FOLLO GPS Tracking

Book yourself in for a free non-committal test ride today to get started! https://switchedonbikes.co.nz/subscribe-to-ride/

*Additional insurance costs may apply*

28/03/2024

Come ride bikes. It's a good time. Beats sitting in traffic.

21/03/2024

⚡️🚲 FOR ONE DAY ONLY Corratec Electric Mountain Bikes are hugely discounted! Get a Bosch CX driven eMTB for bargain prices.

Corratec RS 160 LTD $5750 (was $7999)
💪 Bosch CX motor
🔋 625 w/hr battery

Corratec RS 160 Pro $7999 (was $10,999)
💪 Bosch CX smart system
🔋 750 w/hr battery

We've also got...
$2500 off new Corratec full suspension rail trail / commuter eBikes 🔥🔥🔥
$1750 off new Corratec commuter and rail-trail style eBikes🔥🔥🔥

♻️ Ex-rental step-thru and hard-tails are also available for $1800 - $1950 ♻️

Come down to the wharf for a test ride and ride away with a quality eBike and a great deal.

If you'd like to test ride away from our store or on-trail please bring a credit card and photo ID!

21/03/2024

🚲⚡️FOR ONE DAY ONLY great deals are on for new eBikes, Gravel Bikes, EMTBs and Ex-Rental eBikes at our Importer and Ex- Rental Sale, this Saturday 23rd March. 🚲⚡️
We're making room in our fleet for new bikes, which is great news for someone (you!) who wants a great deal on a pre-loved eBike! Super prices on Merida eSpresso CCs and eBig7s/9s. 😍😍😍
Come down to the wharf for a test ride and ride away with a quality eBike and a great deal

21/03/2024

One of our eBikes was stolen, but we got it back!

It was fitted with a so we could give the police its live location info, leading to an arrest and return of the bike. 👮‍♀️🚨🚲

Bike #204 rides again.

We'll be back to just showing happy people and cool bikes on our social media account, shortly 😅

18/03/2024

⚡️🚲 FOR ONE DAY ONLY great deals are on for new eBikes, Gravel Bikes, EMTBs and Ex-Rental eBikes at our Importer Sale day, this Saturday 23rd March🚲⚡️

We're clearing out some left over summer stock and are bumping prices down on new Corratec eBikes for one day only, with up to $2500 off!

Come down to the wharf for a test ride and ride away with a quality eBike and a great deal.

08/03/2024

☀️🚲We've got your wheels covered with eBikes, kids bikes and our tandem bicycle this Sunday 10th March for Shelly Play!☀️🚲

🚲 Catch Ryan at the start of Shelly Bay road to suss your ride for the day
🚲 Cruise around the tip of the Miramar Peninsula on car-free roads
🚲 Explore the activities and surprises along the way on your bike
🚲 Grab some quality kai from our good friends at Chocolate Fish Cafe!

We'll see you there from 12:00pm for a great day out.
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Photos from Switched on Bikes's post 08/03/2024

This we want to spotlight two of our staff who make Switched on Bikes what it is!

Steph, our head mechanic, is invaluable to our team with her bike knowledge in our workshop. She’s also pretty handy leading guided tours and is always expanding our musical tastes on the shop playlist 🎶

Kali is one of our main tour guides and it’s hard to find a guest who doesn’t love being on her tours. She brings heaps of humour and energy to the waterfront and of course that signature bright pink touring top.

We are so grateful for these two and the incredible mahi they bring to the shop every day. Ngā mihi team!!

06/03/2024

Ricardo and Rosalia on our Electric Bays Tour. How about that for a shot from a capital city eBike Tour! Awesome group to go riding with. These two enjoyed hanging at the back with me and chatting. I reckon that's a pro tip for bike tours...ride up the front or hang at the back as you have the opportunity for informal chats between stops.

04/03/2024

The sun is out again today, so it's time to go riding! Give us a wave if you see our yellow helmets while we're riding around the bays.

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